Atty. Jeffrey A Ryva

Atty. Jeffrey A Ryva

Jeffrey A. Ryva is a partner with Quinn, Johnston, Henderson, Pretorius & Cerulo in Peoria, Illinois.

Peoria Peoria 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey A Ryva at a glance

Jeffrey A Ryva is a Partner based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Quinn Johnston. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on family law, estate planning, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Illinois (B.A. Finance, 1977) and John Marshall Law School J.D. Editor-in-Chief John Marshall Law School J.D. National Society of Writers on Legal Subjects John Marshall Law School J.D. Scribes Award John Marshall Law School (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jeffrey A. Ryva is a partner with Quinn, Johnston, Henderson, Pretorius & Cerulo in Peoria, Illinois
  • Jeff is a commercial litigation and business lawyer with a busy practice in several areas including commercial litigation, probate and trusts, banking and bankruptcy, ERISA, trademark infringement and family law
  • He has personally argued more than fifty cases before state and federal appeals courts, and written appellate briefs on many more cases
  • Jeff is honored to be one of only a few downstate lawyers to be named to the Leading Lawyers list in the area of civil appeals from 2009-2013

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey A Ryva's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey A Ryva handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Peoria are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey A Ryva

Where is Jeffrey A Ryva's law office located?
Jeffrey A Ryva's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is Quinn Johnston. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey A Ryva handle?
Jeffrey A Ryva focuses on family law, estate planning, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jeffrey A Ryva practiced law?
Jeffrey A Ryva has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Jeffrey A Ryva go to law school?
Jeffrey A Ryva earned their education at (B.A. Finance, 1977); (—).
How can I contact Jeffrey A Ryva for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jeffrey A Ryva received?
Jeffrey A Ryva's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

B.A. Finance
University of Illinois
- 1977
John Marshall Law School J.D. Editor-in-Chief John Marshall Law School J.D. National Society of Writers on Legal Subjects John Marshall Law School J.D. Scribes Award John Marshall Law School
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1985

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